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Abhishek Sarraf Takes Charge as Chairman
Pranay S. Garg Appointed Vice Chairman
Anytime News Network | Pooja Srivastava
The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Uttar Pradesh announced its new leadership for the 2026–27 term. Abhishek Sarraf has assumed charge as Chairman, while Pranay S. Garg has been appointed Vice Chairman.
Abhishek Sarraf, Managing Director of Awadh Rail Infra Limited, is a well-established name in India’s rail infrastructure and manufacturing sector. As a second-generation entrepreneur with over two decades of experience, he has led the company to significant growth in manufacturing safety and engineering components for Indian Railways, metro systems, and emerging high-speed rail networks. Under his leadership, the company operates multiple manufacturing units across the country and contributes to mainline, metro, and semi-high-speed rail systems.
Pranay S. Garg, Managing Director of Advance Valves Private Limited, has played a key role in positioning the company as a leading solution provider in the energy sector. He has strengthened global partnerships with major oil and gas companies and developed strategic collaborations with top EPC firms. He holds a postgraduate degree from Indian Institute of Management Bangalore and a degree in Economics from Shri Ram College of Commerce.
The session also served as an important platform for dialogue between industry and government stakeholders. Discussions focused on strengthening Uttar Pradesh as a major growth engine of India’s economy, highlighting key sectors, investment opportunities, and policy priorities needed for economic transformation.
With this new leadership, expectations are high for accelerated industrial growth and stronger collaboration between the government and the private sector in the state.
